UPPER LAKE, Calif. – University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) and Suchan Valadez Farm & Nursery invite growers and others interested in walnut grafting techniques to attend the 2011 Spring Walnut Grafting Demonstration on Saturday, May 7.

The demonstration will begin at 9 a.m. and will be held at the Suchan Valadez Farm & Nursery, 10005 Elk Mountain Road, Upper Lake.

Local nurseryman and walnut expert Alex Suchan will demonstrate two kinds of grafting; whip grafting of small diameter trees, and bark grafting of larger diameter trees.

In addition to demonstrating grafting techniques, topics will include followup care of grafts and proper training and care of young trees.

The demonstration is open to the public and there is no charge to attend.

For further information and directions to the meeting site, please contact UC Cooperative Extension at 707-263-6838 or Suchan Valadez Farm & Nursery at 707-275-2461.

The site has limited wheelchair accessibility; those requiring special accommodations should call 707-275-2461 two days in advance to make arrangements.